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What Is the Common Data Set for Colleges?

You may have heard the phrase Common Data Set thrown around in regard to college admission. But what is it and how does it help you? Our experts weigh in.

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How to Set Reasonable Expectations for Your SAT or ACT Scores

What's considered a "low" SAT or ACT score? What's an "average" score? And, most importantly, what's a reasonable score for you? Read on to find out!

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4 Key Questions to Ask at College Fairs

College fairs are a great way to get to know a school and the people who represent it. But what are the best questions to ask? Here are four to start with.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

4 Summer Activities That Will Impress Colleges

Summer is a great time to get ready for college. Find out what you can do in between your fun summer plans that will look great to admission committees.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

Five College Visit Tips No One Told You About Until Now

Get the most out of your college tours with these five essential campus visit tips. Learn how to connect with students, explore the local town, and navigate financial aid.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, University of Missouri

Reliable Advice for Disadvantaged Students Conducting Their College Search

From campus visits to admission tests, low-income, first-gen, or other disadvantaged students can use this advice to be confident in their college search.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Stanford University

6 Productive Ways to Make the Most of the Summer Before Senior Year

It's the first day of summer break, and you're going to be a senior next year! Here's how to balance a fun break with productive planning for the future.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

Top Tips for Making the Most of Your Campus Visits

Planning a college tour? Discover expert tips on how to get the most out of your campus visit, from asking the right questions to exploring the college town.

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CollegeXpress Student Writers

Public and Private Colleges That Think Outside the Box

There are standard traits of private and public colleges. But no all schools stay in their lanes! These colleges toe the line between private and public.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

5 Things to Know About Early College Programs

A high school junior enrolled in her school's early college program shares everything she's learned about the process of applying to a four-year college.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

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